Fading Journey
🇺🇸 United States
Runtime:
6:47
Synopsis
Confined to a sterile hospital room, young Jolie spends her days dreaming of the outside world she cannot be a part of. Each night, she stares out her window, wondering where the stars live and if she will ever reach them.
When her Teddy Bear awakens to make her dreams come true, he takes her to the window and welcomes her to the world that was once beyond her reach. They embark on a gentle, otherworldly adventure filled with magic and discovery. Along the way, Teddy must guide Jolie through their journey as she faces the fragility of her lingering illness.
Director
Cooper C. Rogers
Director bio
Cooper Rogers is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Animation (2026). From a young age, he was fascinated by how films can evoke powerful emotions and create meaningful connections with audiences.
Cooper previously co-directed and co-wrote ALL ONE, an MT IMAGINE Animation Studio original film created by 97 students and five professors. The film was an official selection at the 56th Nashville Film Festival in 2025 and won a Silver Telly Award. He has also worked as an animator on projects promoting child safety.
As a filmmaker, Cooper is passionate about creating animated worlds that bring people closer. His goal is to tell stories that invite audiences to pause, feel, and remember the emotions that connect us.